Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE)

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies seeks a Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. The role requires DoD SECRET clearance and hands-on MBSE with Cameo and SysML to model complex systems.

You will work with government leads and engineers to create robust models, prepare technical documentation, and mentor junior staff while collaborating across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, science, or technical discipline.
• 3–5 years of professional technical experience; familiarity with Naval Weapon Systems.
• Strong MBSE knowledge and methodology.

Responsibilities

• Develop system diagrams with Government leads to model system interactions.
• Apply Cameo/SysML practices; integrate feedback from mechanical, electrical, and software teams.
• Collaborate with NAVY MBSE groups to refine modeling practices.
• Document model-based progress and results for requirements support.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and contribute to technical documentation.

Skills

MBSE

Cameo

SysML

Teamwork

MS Office

Communication

Education

BS in Engineering/Technical

Tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

MagicDraw

Job description

Overview

Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) (E30-2026-25745):

Bowhead seeks a DoD SECRET cleared Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to join our team supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.

Responsibilities

The Model-Based Systems Engineer will work directly with the client analyzing complex and unique technical support assignments.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Work with Government leads and engineers to help develop system diagrams to represent system interactions
• Knowledge and experience in Cameo (or other modeling software) and SysML architecture practices
• Be able to work with a diverse group of engineers (mechanical, electrical, and software) to integrate in feedback and comments into robust models
• Collaborate with other NAVY MBSE groups to help refine system engineering practices and align common practices
• Provides logical ties to existing documents to show support for requirement definition
• Helps foster growth of less experienced Systems engineers (internally and to government engineers)
• Prepares technical documentation of model-based progress and advancement
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline
• Three (3) to five (5) years professional technical experience with familiarity of Naval Weapon Systems
• Possesses a robust knowledge of Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) methodology
• Must have direct experience with the Cameo Systems Modeler tool and MagicDraw, or other MBSE based software
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Target salary is $100,000/annually to $150,000/annually commensurate with experience

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

ID

2026-25745

Category

Information Technology

Location : Location

US-VA-Dahlgren

Min

USD $100,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $150,000.00/Yr.

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

N/A

Minimum Clearance Required

Secret

Travel Requirement

N/A